Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS
Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS explores Analyze why multilingual outreach matters for maternal care, Describe training and certification for translators and volunteers, and Show the compliance gains health systems earn from inclusion.
Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS empowers readers to make evidence informed choices about EPDS screening and follow up care, with a focus on Analyze why multilingual outreach matters for maternal care, Describe training and certification for translators and volunteers, and Show the compliance gains health systems earn from inclusion.
Analyze why multilingual outreach matters for maternal care
Analyze why multilingual outreach matters for maternal care is a priority for Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS. Use this section to convert that focus into practical steps for parents, partners, and care teams navigating the EPDS journey.
Describe training and certification for translators and volunteers
Describe training and certification for translators and volunteers is a priority for Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS. Use this section to convert that focus into practical steps for parents, partners, and care teams navigating the EPDS journey.
Show the compliance gains health systems earn from inclusion
Show the compliance gains health systems earn from inclusion is a priority for Building Multilingual Access to the EPDS. Use this section to convert that focus into practical steps for parents, partners, and care teams navigating the EPDS journey.
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- Share your EPDS results with a trusted healthcare professional.
- Capture reflections in a journal or app to spot emotional trends.
- Schedule compassionate check-ins with your support circle.
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Dr. Sarah Chen is a licensed clinical psychologist and perinatal mental health researcher who specializes in using the Edinburgh Postnatal Depression Scale (EPDS) to guide proactive care plans for families. As the lead writer for EPDS-focused resources, she translates peer-reviewed screening guidelines into compassionate, plain-language guidance for clinicians, parents, and community partners.
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